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ENagel

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Which of the following is a weakness of cohort designs?
 
  a) The large numbers of subjects is necessary to study phenomena with a low base rate.
  b) The outcome might bias the measurement of the characteristics of interest.
  c) Inferences are limited to association rather than making statements about variables over time.
  d) Protective factors of the subjects might bias their outcomes.

Question 2

How are accelerated multi-group cohort longitudinal designs accelerated?
 
  a) By assessing smaller groups at subsequent measurements to complete the study more quickly
  b) By assessing overlapping groups that cover the period of interest
  c) By the use of retrospective measures to shorten the time period necessary for the study
  d) By the use of computers to administer the materials more quickly to the subjects


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fdliggud

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: b


ENagel

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Reply #2 on: Jun 22, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jun 22, 2018
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